Cases of Influenza A infection are currently experiencing a surge in\nEast Java. The Surabaya Health Office (Dinkes) recorded that more than\n40,000 residents have been exposed between January and August.<\/p>\n
The Head of the Surabaya Health Office, Dr Billy Messakh, revealed\nthat these numbers have seen a further increase during the August to\nSeptember period. \u201cThe increase, looking at the figures, is around 10%\nand the nature of the illness is mild. Symptoms include fever, lethargy,\nand coughing, which are more characteristic of Influenza A. That is what\nis occurring,\u201d said Dr Billy.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the Vice Governor of East Java, Emil Dardak, ensured that,\nas of now, there have been no reports of hospitals reaching full\ncapacity due to the surge. Local health services have been placed on\nalert to anticipate any potential spike in cases. \u201cAs of today, no\nhospital has reported being overwhelmed to the point of having to refuse\npatients. Not yet. But we are monitoring the situation, and if anyone\nhas information, please do not hesitate to inform us,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n
The Indonesian Ministry of Health has revealed that the Influenza A\nH3N2 sub-type, subclade K, has been detected in 13 provinces across\nIndonesia so far.<\/p>\n
According to medical resources, Influenza A is a common type of flu\nbut can trigger serious complications if not treated properly,\nparticularly in vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and\nthose with chronic illnesses. Transmission occurs through droplets\n(saliva particles) from an infected person when coughing, sneezing, or\ntalking. These droplets can be inhaled by others or settle on surfaces\nnear the infected person. The risk of transmission increases in densely\npopulated environments or for those with poor personal hygiene.<\/p>\n
Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment of Influenza A<\/p>\n
Symptoms of Influenza A usually appear suddenly and include high\nfever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, headache, and extreme\nlethargy.<\/p>\n
Primary prevention can be achieved through regular handwashing with\nsoap and running water. Additionally, individuals feeling unwell or\nthose in public spaces are advised to wear masks. A healthy lifestyle\nshould also be maintained, ranging from consuming nutritious food to\ngetting sufficient rest. Regarding treatment, management varies\ndepending on the severity of the symptoms:<\/p>\n
In mild cases, patients are advised to increase rest, ensure\nadequate fluid intake (at least 8 glasses a day), and take\nfever-reducing medication if necessary.<\/p><\/li>\n
If symptoms worsen, are accompanied by shortness of breath, or if\na high fever does not subside despite medication, sufferers must consult\na doctor immediately.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Differences Between Influenza A and the Common Cold<\/p>\n
Based on explanations from Mitra Keluarga Hospital, the common cold\ncan be triggered by more than 200 types of viruses, with rhinovirus\nbeing the most common cause. This virus is transmitted through the air\nand close contact.<\/p>\n
In contrast, Influenza A originates from specific virus types (such\nas H1N1 or its mutations). Although initial symptoms are quite similar\nto the common cold, the two have different characteristics:<\/p>\n
Common Cold: Symptoms include sneezing, nasal congestion or a\nrunny nose, mild sore throat, cough, watery eyes, post-nasal drip, mild\nheadache, and slight body aches. These symptoms usually last up to two\nweeks and rarely trigger serious health problems.<\/p><\/li>\n
Influenza A: Symptoms develop much faster and feel much more\nsevere. This disease carries a high risk of triggering serious\ncomplications, such as pneumonia, especially in children, the elderly,\nand individuals with weakened immune systems.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/40-000-east-java-residents-infected-by-influenza-a-outbreak-here-is-the-current-situation-1790153646", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }